Hydroxyanthracene Derivatives in Food
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Which of the following is NOT a role of tannins in managing diarrhoea?

  • Acting as an antioxidant
  • Inhibiting COX-2
  • Reducing intestinal transit
  • Inhibiting TNFα (correct)

    • What is a potential side effect of Camellia sinensis (Green tea) due to the presence of methylxanthine?

  • Antibacterial activity
  • Hyperactivity (correct)
  • Nausea
  • Relief of fatigue

    • According to the community herbal monograph, what is the recommended duration of use for powdered herbal form of Camellia sinensis?

  • More than a week (correct)
  • No specific duration
  • Less than a week
  • Exactly a week

    • Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Folium?

    <p>Inflammatory bowel disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of use for Folium?

    <p>1 week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a possible undesirable effect of Folium?

    <p>Hypersensitivity reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of Folium?

    <p>Contact laxative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of an overdose of caffeine?

    <p>Dizziness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of laxative is characterized by not being digested or absorbed in the GI tract?

    <p>Bulk-forming laxatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural resource is commonly used as an osmotic laxative?

    <p>Manna</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential side effect is associated with long-term use of stimulant laxatives?

    <p>Blackening of the colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound in Artemisia absinthium is responsible for producing psychiatric disturbances named absinthism?

    <p>Thujone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum (Guar gum) in weight loss?

    <p>Increase of cholecystokinin and increase of sense of satiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound in Citrus aurantium (bitter orange) is responsible for weight loss claims?

    <p>β-synerphine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chronic ingested overdoses of anthranoid-containing medicinal products?

    <p>Toxic hepatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of 8-dihydroxyanthracene derivatives as a laxative?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural substance can be used as an anti-emetic for travel sickness and morning sickness of pregnancy?

    <p>Ginger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic symptom of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)?

    <p>Pain, diarrhea, and/or constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of consuming hydroxyanthracene derivatives in food?

    <p>Electrolyte imbalance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant contains glucosides that have emetic effects and may result in colic?

    <p>Frangula alnus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the use of aloe extract contraindicated in pregnant women?

    <p>It poses a genotoxic risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential long-term effect of using laxatives containing hydroxyanthracene derivatives?

    <p>Increased pigmentation of the intestinal mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

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